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AO02 SDV

2002 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

27,038 mi
Last recorded27,038 miles
Recorded on27 May 2025
Typical for 2002 Triumph Sprint22,022 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO02 SDV
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 May 2025 27,038 miles
Pass 25 May 2024 26,756 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2023 26,665 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2022 26,550 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2021 26,139 miles
Pass 11 May 2020 25,965 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 25,926 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 25,888 miles
Fail 8 May 2018 25,888 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 23 Mar 2017 25,888 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2017 25,888 miles

Central Upper Front suspension assembly component loose head stock mounting bolt insecure. (2.3.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired incorrect beam pattern. (1.2.3a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Pass 20 Jun 2014 25,880 miles

slight flex in front brake disc mounting pivots, ok at test.

Pass 26 Jun 2013 25,328 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 25,203 miles

very slight play in front brake disc mounting retainers.

Pass 13 Jun 2011 23,980 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 13 Jun 2011 23,980 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 23 Apr 2010 21,804 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 19,001 miles
Fail 6 May 2009 19,001 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 25 Apr 2008 17,143 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 15,742 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 11,757 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Sprint?

Based on 158,613 MOT tests across 12,829 vehicles.

87.3%
Pass Rate
1,051
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
12,829
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,971
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,275
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 912
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 604
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 520
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AO02 SDV is a 2002 Triumph Sprint in Red with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2002 Triumph Sprint models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 22,022 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Triumph Sprint fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,971 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO02 SDV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Sprint typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 24 years old, this Triumph Sprint is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AO02 SDV registered?

AO02 SDV is a 2002 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 1 July 2002.

Is AO02 SDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO02 SDV shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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